UChicago cancer center aims to address disparities in care
CBS 2 is examining the disparities in cancer patients and death on the city's South and West Sides and how a local hospital aims to tackle the problem.
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CBS 2 is examining the disparities in cancer patients and death on the city's South and West Sides and how a local hospital aims to tackle the problem.
CBS 2 is examining the disparities in cancer patients and deaths on the city's South and West Sides and how one nonprofit is trying to improve access to care.
CBS 2 is examining the disparities in cancer patients and deaths on the city's South and West Sides and how one nonprofit is trying to improve access to care. CBS 2's Audrina Sinclair reports.
A hospital chaplain was on the mend, like many of her patients, giving her a unique perspective of being the caregiver and being cared for.
Chicago Fire Department community paramedics proactively visit patients' homes, and become partners in their healthcare.
For women with dense breasts, one way to try and catch cancer early isn't covered by Medicare or many insurance plans.
A nonprofit recently formed a legislative action committee to advocate for people living with spina bifida in Illinois.
A small but mighty organization will celebrate a huge win on Wednesday. The nonprofit recently formed a legislative action committee to advocate for people living with spina bifida.
Doctors at the second-largest hospital are using cellphones and flashlights to illuminate procedures, as fuel shortage prompts energy conversation.
Public health doctor and World Health Organization spokesperson Margaret Harris joined the stream to talk about the deadly hospital blast and the desperate need for humanitarian aid to be let into Gaza from the Israel-Hamas war.
At Markham City Hall, firefighters lined the walls, but instead of responding, they were the ones sounding the alarm.
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
CBS News’ Dr. Mallika Marshall introduces us to a new clinic designed to treat patients as a whole – not just a number on a scale.
The 14,000-square-foot building will significantly expand VNA services to the community.
A new health care center has opened in Joliet and is expected to help thousands of patients over the next few years.
Dan Spees, who works for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, said he wasn't sure he'd ever play again.
If you have been through a serious medical treatment, you know how physically, mentally, and emotionally draining it can be.
It will be wheelchair accessible and has multiple clinic rooms and bathrooms.
The deal includes an increase to minimum wage rates for all titles and pay increases for all Loretto workers.
Their union, SEIU Healthcare Illinois, is calling for Loretto Hospital to pay a living wage.
They're also giving away everything families need to keep their teeth healthy.
The two pieces of legislation are aimed at making healthcare more affordable in Illinois.
Many studies show that older Americans tend to have multiple, often chronic health issues. Ironically, they tend to need more specialized care at a time in their lives when it can be harder to get, but a group of clinics founded by a doctor who survived cancer is offering an affordable and easy option. At JenCare Senior Medical Center in the Ashburn neighborhood on the city's South Side, the aim is for doctors and patients to really know each other.
Nicholas Rizo's parents have been looking for in-home nursing help, but the lack of coverage from Medicaid is also a concern.
CBS 2 headed over to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Streeterville to check out specialized equipment used to care for patients.
